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www.baldheadisland.org [email protected] 28461 NC Island, Head Bald 3361 Box P.O. THINGS TO DO While You’re Here Where to Dine BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB The Bald Head Island Club offers both casual and fine dining A short walk from the island ferry terminal you’ll options. Temporary membership is required to dine. find North Carolina’s oldest standing lighthouse, Old www.bhiclub.net. 910-457-7300. Baldy, built in 1817. Climb 108 steps to the top for 1817) (C. LIGHTHOUSE BALDY OLD a spectacular 360-degree view of the island while DELPHINA CANTINA learning about an important part of the island’s Casual cuisine with a Spanish and Cuban flair. Full bar seafaring history. Admission to the lighthouse and available. Marina Pizza at Delphina Cantina offers artisan adjoining Smith Island Museum of History is through pizza to go. Delphina and the adjoining Sandpiper Ice Cream and Coffee are open seasonally. www.delphinacantina.com. the museum’s gift shop and is $6 per adult; $3 for 910-457-1222. children 3-12; children under 3 are free. Lighthouse hours vary seasonally, but it is open 7 days a week MARITIME MARKET CAFE in the summer. Call or visit online to confirm hours. Located inside the Maritime Market on Maritime Way. THE POINT AT CAPE FEAR www.oldbaldy.org. 910-457-7481. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The adjoining Ice Cream Shoppe serves ice cream treats in an outdoor setting. www.maritimemarketbhi.com. 910-457-7450. Delve deeper into Bald Head Island’s with a guided Historic Tour. Traditional history MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR Tours, which originate from Deep Point Marina, Located harborside. Casual dining with full bar serving include round-trip ferry passage, Smith Island lunch and dinner. Reservations are not required. SOUTH BEACH Welcome! You’ll find plenty to do and see on Museum of History and Old Baldy Lighthouse www.mojosontheharbor.com. 910-457-7217. admission and a guided history tour aboard a tram. SHOALS CLUB Cost is $50 per adult; children 3-12, $40 and MARITIME MARKET Bald Head Island, so how you choose to spend your day is up to you. Explore The oceanfront Shoals Club offers both casual and fine children 2 and under, no charge. Reservations are Full-service grocery store and deli offering fresh seafood and dining. Temporary membership is required to dine. required and can be made by calling 910-457-5003. meat, fresh produce, dry goods, wine and beer. Open year the island’s varied environments, climb to the top of North Carolina’s oldest www.shoalsclub.com. 910-454-4850. For tours starting on island, call 910-457-7481 for round. www.maritimemarketbhi.com. 910-457-7450. lighthouse , relax on one of our pristine beaches, or kayak through the availability. WILL O’ THE WISP Island Shopping & Services MERCHANT’S ROW SHOPS Located in the harbor. Offering wine, beer and Retail, office and storage center located off Edward Teach winding marsh—the possibilities are as diverse as the island itself. snacks in a scenic outdoor setting. Open seasonally. Tour the island’s varied environments ALL ABOUT ART Wynd hosting a variety of independently owned businesses www.thewispbhi.com. 910-457-6844. by electric cart, bicycle or on foot. Car-free roads that Featuring a gallery space of local and national artists. including shipping and receiving center, framing, electrical, Getting To and From wind through the ancient maritime forest, along the Classes and workshops for kids and adults also available. plumbing, painting, tile, cabinetry, handyman maintenance, creek and marsh, and beside the Atlantic Ocean make www.allaboutartbhi.com. 910-368-5336. renovations/remodeling, real estate sales and rentals, and Bald Head Island Bald Head Island an ideal place to explore. golf cart sales and service. 910-457-4715. BALD HEAD BLUES Boutique offering high end men’s and women’s coastal Transportation to and from Bald Head Island is by RIVERSIDE ADVENTURE COMPANY Walk along our 14 miles of pristine beaches or take apparel. www.baldheadblues.com. 910-269-2878. Golf cart and bicycle rentals and repairs, beach chair and passenger ferry or private boat. The ferry leaves the a dip in the ocean. While public beach access points umbrella rentals, and GPS scavenger hunts. Casual clothing mainland for Bald Head Island every hour on the hour Vacation Rentals are plentiful, please note that the island does not offer and souvenir items. www.riversideadventure.com. from Deep Point Marina located at 1301 Ferry Road, BEACH AND BABY EQUIPMENT RENTAL public bathrooms near the beach. Offers beach equipment for rent like chairs, tents, games and 910-457-4944. Southport, N.C. The ferry departs the island every hour on Vacationers will find a diverse range of accommodations on carts. Also renting high chairs, cribs, monitors and more for the half hour. Ferry tickets are $23 per person and $12 per Bald Head Island, from one bedroom studio cottages perfect baby. www.baldheadbabies.com. 910-363-2036. ROOM SERVICE child ages 3-12 (not including any approved fuel surcharge to get out and enjoy for couples to grand oceanfront homes that can accommodate Explore the many ways Located next to the Maritime Market. Home furnishings, which may be in effect). Children 2 and under are free; extended families and friends. We highly recommend the the water. Kayaking, standup paddleboarding, surfing, accessories and gifts with a coastal style. however they will need a ticket for boarding. Ferries property management and vacation rental companies listed COASTAL URGE BOARDROOM kiteboarding and sailing are all popular water sports Offering standup paddleboard rentals, lessons and tours as www.roomservicebhi.com. 910-457-9911. operate 365 days a year and ferry hours vary seasonally, below, all members of the Bald Head Island Chamber of on Bald Head Island. well as kiteboarding lessons. www.coastalurge.com. so be sure to check the schedule before planning your trip. Commerce. 800-383-4443. Ferry schedules are posted online at www.ferrytobhi.com THE SAIL SHOP CART RENTAL Located harborside, this outdoor activity center offers or call 910-457-5003. Parking at Deep Point Marina is $8 Visit Captain Charlie’s Station, circa 1903. BALD HEAD ISLAND LIMITED Electric carts are available for rent at Riverside Adventure COASTAL URGE BIKE SHOP kayak and canoe rentals and tours, sailing instruction and per car, per day or $10 per car, per day in the summer. These historic homes located high on the dune ridge PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Company, located within walking distance of the ferry Bicycle rentals, sales and repairs. Daily and weekly rentals rentals, surf board rentals and instruction, as well as summer 800-432-7368 landing on Bald Head Island. Hourly and daily rental rates are overlooking Cape Fear were originally constructed delivered to your home. www.coastalurge.com. camps and fishing adventures. www.thesailshop.com. Day visitors not needing island tram service are not www.BaldHeadIsland.com available. During the summer season it is advisable to reserve to house the Cape Fear Lighthouse keepers and their 800-383-4443. 910-457-6844. required to make a reservation in advance; however, an electric cart prior to making the trip to Bald Head Island families. advance reservations are required if tram service is to ensure a cart will be available during your visit. Daily rates BALD HEAD ISLAND TLC RENTALS needed. Island trams provide transportation to and from 910-470-9500 COASTAL URGE RETAIL SHOP SMITH ISLAND MUSEUM GIFT SHOP for a 4-person cart are $60.50; a 6-person cart is $84.70. Boutique offering swimwear, apparel and accessories. Located beside Old Baldy Lighthouse. Books, gifts and the island ferry terminal and a single island destination; Explore the recreational offerings at www.baldheadislandtlcrentals.com Hourly rates start at $27.50 for the first hour and $11 for each www.coastalurge.com. 800-383-4443. souvenirs celebrating the island’s seafaring history. Proceeds therefore, multiple tram rides per single ferry ticket are . The Bald Head Island additional hour. Cart operators must be at least 16 years of the island’s two clubs benefit the Old Baldy Foundation. www.oldbaldy.org. 2015 Locator Map not available. BALD HEAD ISLAND VACATIONS age and possess a valid driver’s license. Club features a newly renovated 18-hole golf course, 910-457-7481. 888-367-7091 ISLAND RETREAT SPA AND SALON croquet, tennis and pool. The oceanfront Shoals Full-service spa and salon offering massage, skincare, www.baldheadislandvacations.com Getting Around the Island BIKE RENTAL Club offers beach access, pools and volleyball courts. manicures, pedicures, haircuts and coloring, as well as botox, TURTLE CENTRAL Bike rentals by the hour, day or week are available through Temporary membership is required for both clubs. fillers and a complete line of skin, nail and hair products. Environmentally oriented gifts, books, jewelry, chocolates, BHI RENTALS & SALES two island outlets: Coastal Urge and Riverside Adventure www.islandretreatspa.com. 910-454-0333. toys and apparel. Proceeds benefit the Bald Head Island There are no cars allowed on Bald Head Island— 800-680-8322 transportation is limited to electric carts, bicycles and Company. Coastal Urge rents beach cruisers, fitness bikes, Conservancy. www.bhic.org. 910-457-0917. The Bald Head Island Conservancy offers www.baldheadislandrentals.com foot traffic. The island complex is 12,000 acres, including tandem bikes, kids’ bikes, trailers and baby joggers. Riverside a variety of nature-themed programs seasonally. marsh and creeks, and three miles long; therefore, many Adventure Company rents single and multi-speed beach cruisers, tandem and adult trikes, children’s bikes, and bikes Become directly involved with the island’s sea turtle MARSH HARBOUR INN visitors opt to rent an electric cart, bicycle or kayak to 910-454-0451 with baby seats and baby trailers.